Employee surveys for the manufacturing sector

Understanding what manufacturing employees want and need to work well is the key to improving retention, engagement and productivity. We understand your sector and we know how to boost performance. We’ll help you build a culture where employees feel valued and supported.

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The future is bright

86% of employees in this sector care about the future of their company

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Recognition is low

However, only 55% of employees in the manufacturing sector say they received praise or thanks in the past week

Collaboration

Handling the pressure

70% say they can comfortably cope with their workload

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The future is bright

86% of employees in this sector care about the future of their company

person working

Recognition is low

However, only 55% of employees in the manufacturing sector say they received praise or thanks in the past week

Collaboration

Handling the pressure

70% say they can comfortably cope with their workload

Tools for progress. Results that matter.

Regular staff surveys are a powerful tool for understanding employee needs and identifying areas for development. Our platform allows businesses to gather data on engagement, wellbeing and leadership effectiveness, providing actionable insights.

Training leaders to inspire and communicate effectively amplifies these efforts, creating a workplace where everyone can perform at their best.

Manufacturing clients we work with

We work with a variety of manufacturing businesses, including those in automotive, food production, electronics and heavy industry. From large multinational corporations to local SMEs, our tailored approach to employee surveys addresses the unique needs of the manufacturing sector.

Understanding the challenges faced by diverse teams, from shop floor staff to management, helps us deliver meaningful insights and actionable outcomes.

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Challenges in staff retention

The manufacturing sector is facing high turnover rates, with employees often citing lack of career progression, workplace conditions and insufficient recognition as key reasons for leaving.

Retaining skilled workers is especially challenging in competitive labour markets.

By gathering insights from staff through surveys, businesses can address these issues, creating strategies to improve employee loyalty and reduce costly turnover.

Motivation and morale in manufacturing

Staff motivation in manufacturing can be affected by repetitive tasks, shift work and limited communication between management and employees.

Our manufacturing staff surveys provide an opportunity to understand what drives motivation and identify actionable areas for improvement.

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The impact of workplace culture

A positive workplace culture lies at the heart of successful manufacturing operations. Yet, businesses often struggle with siloed teams, lack of diversity and inconsistent leadership styles.

Our surveys and HR consultants can help identify cultural issues, allowing you tobuild a more inclusive and supportive environment.

Sharper listening, smarter action

We combine an easy to use platform with real people expertise, so you get more than results. You get direction.

From shaping the right questions to making sense of what your employees are telling you, our HR specialists work alongside you at every step. Then we help you prioritise what matters, align leaders and managers and turn feedback into clear actions that improve everyday experience at work.

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Employee surveys

Whether you’re looking to carry out employee engagement surveys, D&I surveys or boost wellbeing within your organisation, we can help you bring meaningful surveys to life.

360 feedback

Our 360 feedback tool marries the best in generative AI with expert consulting and project management, leaving you with personal development plans to boost growth.

Employee surveys

Whether you’re looking to carry out employee engagement surveys, D&I surveys or boost wellbeing within your organisation, we can help you bring meaningful surveys to life.

360 feedback

Our 360 feedback tool marries the best in generative AI with expert consulting and project management, leaving you with personal development plans to boost growth.

Real clients, real results

I wish all our projects could run as smoothly as the employee survey runs with People Insight!

Emma Owen, HR Director

GKN

The team have been comprehensive, consultative and prompt.

Karen McNab, Senior People Operations Manager

Business Stream

People Insight helped us get our best participation yet.

Mia Hansen, HR Operations Lead

Segro